Lent prayers
Our beautiful Lenten prayers and reflections offer you the opportunity to reflect on your own or in your parish.
First Sunday of Lent
We pray for the Church. In this time of Lent, may all Christians grow in love for God and neighbour and respond to opportunities, such as those offered by CAFOD, to generously share their gifts with others. Lord, in your mercy...
Second Sunday of Lent
We pray for our sisters and brothers around the world who face a daily struggle for the necessities of life. We ask God’s blessing on CAFOD’s partners who, with our support, help to build a world of compassion, justice and peace. Lord, in your mercy...
Third Sunday of Lent
We pray for women around the world, especially those experiencing injustice or oppression. May God’s Spirit strengthen us to work for a better world, where all people can flourish and fulfil their potential. Lord, in your mercy...
Fourth Sunday of Lent
We pray for God's blessing on mothers and all those who care for others. We pray especially for those who face suffering due to poverty, violence and injustice. Lord, in your mercy...
Fifth Sunday of Lent
We pray for world leaders; that they may have the openness to listen to those most affected by climate change and the courage to act urgently and wisely. Lord, in your mercy...
Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord
We pray for all parts of the world suffering from conflict and violence: may the ways of reconciliation, justice and peace prevail. Lord, in your mercy...
Easter Sunday
We pray for the church throughout the world. May all Christians experience the joy of the risen Christ and be filled with faith, hope and love. Lord, in your mercy...
Lent family prayer resources
Use our family activity ideas themed around Lent to come together as a family in prayer as you prepare for Easter.
Interactive Lent calendar
Give yourself some quiet time for reflection each day to draw closer to God in prayer.
Stations of the Cross
Our Stations of the Cross resource is a journey of transformation, and can be used on your own or in a group.
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Lent Appeal 2026
Your generous gift can help communities find innovative, sustainable ways of growing enough food in harsh conditions – like a flood resistant floating garden, or a solar powered water pump for times of drought – so they can feed their families.